Rivian Software

Stay current on all Rivian software updates, features, and improvements. From over-the-air updates and UI changes to new app integrations and vehicle functions, this category covers everything happening on the digital side of Rivian ownership.

Jose testing out Enhanced Highway Assist

Video – Rivian’s 2025.06 Software Update

Rivian just dropped software update 2025.06, and it’s packed with some awesome upgrades! In this video, I walk through all the major changes, from auto-tilting side mirrors to a performance boost for dual-motor models and the highly requested wheel and tire swap feature. Plus, I test out the new Go Chime and take the Enhanced Highway Assist for a real-world spin. ⚡ Subscribe to RivianTrackr for the latest Rivian news, reviews, and updates! ⚡

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Rivian Mobile App

Rivian App Update 2.20.0 Adds New Controls and Performance Upgrade

Rivian’s latest app update (2.20.0) brings some handy new features—but you’ll need vehicle software 2025.06 to use most of them. Now, you can open the charge port with a tap, track a loved one’s trip destination and ETA, and manage your tires in the app, including tracking mileage and setting rotation reminders. Charge limit presets also make a return. For Dual-Motor owners, Rivian is offering a new Performance Upgrade as an in-app purchase, unlocking more power, faster acceleration, and three adventure-ready drive…

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Gen 2 R1S Driving Around Town

Rivian’s “Go Chime” Feature Coming in 2025.06 Update, Gen 1 Support Confirmed for the Future

Rivian’s upcoming 2025.06 over-the-air update is bringing a small but useful new feature called Go Chime. If you’ve ever been at a stoplight, zoned out for a second (maybe on your phone), and didn’t realize the car in front of you had already moved, this feature has your back. When you’re stopped, Go Chime will give you an alert when the vehicle ahead starts driving away. When we first shared this feature, many owners were surprised (and a little frustrated) to see that…

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Rivian Confirms Paid Battery Unlocks Are Coming Later This Year

Rivian is finally letting owners unlock more range—if they’re willing to pay for it. Wassym Bensaid, Rivian’s SVP of Software, confirmed today that Large+ battery packs (which are really just software-locked Max packs) will get a paid upgrade option later this year. This likely means Standard+ owners (who actually have a locked Large pack) will get the same opportunity. Tesla’s done this before, and now Rivian is jumping in. The good news? More range without swapping hardware. The bad news?…

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